In loving memory of Jordan A. Young

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jordan A. Young of Kamloops, BC. Most recently of St. Albert, AB. Dad left us peacefully, at Fort Saskatchewan Hospital, on July 10th, at the age of 75. He was surrounded by love and comfort in his final days.

Jordan lived his life to the fullest and was never afraid to take on a challenge or go against the grain. He always saw the beauty in everyone and everything. He deeply loved his family and friends and touched the hearts of countless with his unique sense of humour, gentle nature, brilliant mind and tenacity to never give up.

Jordan's memory will forever be cherished by his daughter, Veronica, son, Jason (Sachie, Daichi and Maya), love of his life, Graciela; and his son-in-law, Nathan (and Hart Family); adoring grandchildren, Lucas and Sonia; sister, Valerie, whom he shared an extraordinarily special and empowering connection with; his eldest sister, Natasha, whom he learned of independence and toughness from; his sister, Dolly, whom he shared different views on religion and politics with, but cared for each other in a unique, dazzling way that only siblings can share; and sister and brother-in-law, Maria and Manuel. Jordan will forever be remembered by his beloved friends, especially, Hugh (and Family), Ken(Barb), Marianne(John), Mike(Jean), Cliff, Barry and Cindy to mention a few, along with many extended family and friends.  

He was predeceased by his mother, Elizabeth (Betty) Young, and father, Allan Alfred Young. Jordan is reunited with his eldest daughter, Amanda, as he mentioned, he planned to hug her tightly and celebrate with his beloved father-in-law Antonio, mother-in-law, Serafina and brother-in-law, John Loschiavo. Dad maintained a strong protectiveness and love for his sister, Kelly, and nephew, Daniel, who he held close to his heart.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, July 26th, 2025, at 1:00pm, at Union Hall, UNIFOR, Local 10-B, 427 Lansdowne Street, Kamloops BC V2C 1Y2. All who knew and loved Jordan are welcome to join us in honouring his memory.

If you plan to attend, RSVP to young.veronicae@gmail.com. Please bring along any stories or mementos of Jordan, as there will be time for sharing.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to all the wonderful staff at the Fort Saskatchewan Hospital, University of Alberta Hospital, the Cross Cancer Institute, Dr. Ryan at the Sturgeon Walk-In Clinic, Ali and the St. Albert Palliative Home Care Team, as well as John at Bellerose Compounding Pharmacy and Chris Pratt at Pratt's Compounding Pharmacy, who took such special care of Jordan and provided our family with such steadfast support. Your efforts, kindness and compassion will never be forgotten.  

In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to Bile Duct Cancer Research through the Cross Cancer Institute of Alberta or the Canadian Cancer Society, or any charity of your choosing in Jordan's name.

Dad's tenacity, warmth, inquisitiveness, joy, and quirky sense of humour will live on in the hearts of all who knew him.  

You will be forever missed, but never forgotten, Dad.